Hedgehog Glossary of Terms

AntingIf you see your hedgehog spit saliva on her body and her quills, she is "anting." This is what hedgehogs do when they come in contact with a strange smell or food. This is also called "self annointing."

BeddingBedding refers to theaspen wood shavings, hay, or shredded newspaper that you should put in the bottom of your hedgehog's cage.

CageYour hedgehog will need to live in a cage. The best cages have smooth, high walls, so aquariums work great. You can use rabbit or ferretwire cages as well, but make sure to put down a piece of carpet to cover the wire floor and protect your hedgehog's sensitive feet.

Daily dietA daily diet is what an animal must eat every day to stay healthy. Your hedgehog's daily diet includes:

Self-annointingIf you see your hedgehog spit saliva on her body and her quills, she is "self-annointing." This is what hedgehogs do when they come in contact with a strange smell or food. This is also referred to as "anting."

TameA "tame" hedgehog is one that is comfortable being handled by humans. To tame your hedgehog, first talk to her and give her treats. When she will allow you to without rolling up into a ball, put your hands on either side of her palm up. Then gently bring your hands together so you are cupping her in the palm of your hands and pick her up.

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